This is an exciting opportunity for a gifted leader who wants to impact the quality of life for thousands of terminally ill children and adults in South East Europe, where access to dignified care at the end of life is very limited. 

Hospices of Hope is an international charity that has been pioneering the development of hospice care in this region since 1991, beginning in Romania and expanding to Serbia, Republic of Moldova and Albania. However, other countries in the region are also needing help. 

Hospices of Hope's partner charity in Romania, Hospice Casa Sperantei, has become the leading provider of palliative care services and education in the region. More than 40,000 patients have received care to date. Hospices of Hope has led capital campaigns to successfully build two in-patient hospices and a Centre for children and families affected by life-limiting illnesses in Romania, as well as establishing the first hospice centre in Serbia and setting up mobile teams in all 4 countries. It has campaigned, together with its country partners for improved legislation, local funding and better access to services. 

Hospices of Hope's UK operation is based in Sevenoaks, Kent (30 minutes from London), and has a branch office in Edinburgh and a sister charity in New York. The CEO will lead the UK team and should have management experience and a good knowledge of fund-raising, finance and development issues. They will also work with the country partner charities to further their development and initiate new developments in coooperation with the Board of Trustees. Previous experience in an international development charity, a palliative care organisation or similar organisation would be an advantage but not essential.

Hospices of Hope is a non-denominational Christian-based charity network which serves some of the most vulnerable people in South East Europe, regardless of religion, ethnicity or ability to pay (all services are provided free of charge). It has received numerous awards and international recognition for its pioneering work.

The CEO will have a crucial part to play in the next chapter of the charity's development. 

Full job description and one-page summary of our work is attached

WasteAid, the international waste management charity, is searching for a new Chief Executive to help us build our capacity and be ready for significant growth of and impact for our work.

We are looking for someone who matches our values, displays inclusive leadership and has the track record of delivering significant expansion. 

Demand for our solutions to poor waste management in low-income countries is endless and we are hungry to do more.

Salary: circa £50k (full-time) plus pension contribution. 4-day week possible for the right candidate.

Location: flexible, home working possible.

Recruitment Pack including a full Job Description and Person Specification is available on the WasteAid website.  All enquiries to Ray Georgeson our Interim Executive Support who is managing the recruitment process. You are welcome to book a call with Ray to discuss the opportunity informally.

Applications by CV and covering letter (no more than 2 pages A4) which address the Person Specification to be sent to the email address for Ray listed below.

We look forward to hearing from you. 

Headliners (UK), an award winning youth charity, is looking for new Chief Executive who is passionate about improving the lives of the most vulnerable young people and can provide transformational leadership to a committed staff team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to lead the team to deliver our strategy and shape our plans through the next stage of development.

You will be a curious and forward-thinking leader who is able to inspire a range of stakeholders and have a total commitment to involving young people in decision making throughout the organisation.  You believe that young people are assets and deserve to be listened to and have equal opportunities to achieve their potential.

You will have a strong interest in journalism, media and the power of storytelling.

Our ideal candidate will have senior level management experience, outstanding communication skills, proven influencing skills and organisational profile-raising and a track record of fundraising and building partnerships.

The role is 4 days per week (28 hours) with flexible working including some home working with a salary of £36,400 (FTE £45,500). You must be able to travel throughout the UK to our offices in Northern Ireland, North East England and London. 

Please visit our website for an application pack with details of the role description and person specification and full instructions of how to apply and send us your CV with a 2-page supporting letter by 12 noon January 31st 2020. 

The Circle is a small but mighty charity focussed on achieving equality for women and girls in a fairer world and led by a network of inspiring women.

We are looking for an ambitious and strategic leader to take the organisation to the next level. You will understand how a charity works, have a passion for women’s rights and deliver the right combination of strategic insight and elbow grease.

Founded by singer, songwriter & human rights activist, Annie Lennox in 2008, The Circle is inspired by the knowledge that when women come together and organise, they can be a powerful force for change. We are a network of women from all walks of life and all backgrounds who have something in common: the awareness that we still do not live in a world where women and girls have equal rights and equal opportunities.

WHAT WE DO

We stand as Global Feminists committed to making a difference in the global movement for gender inequality. We work to bring innovative solutions to complex women's rights issues by campaigning for equal opportunities and rights and raising funds for and delivering impactful projects that empower women

OUR VISION FOR THE FUTURE

Equality for women and girls in a fairer world.

OUR MISSION TOWARDS ACHIEVING OUR VISION

To inspire and connect women – create an environment where women can come together: to share experiences, harness their skills, draw on their resources, influence and bring about lasting change. Ultimately to support some of the most disempowered women and girls in the world as they challenge the injustice of inequality.

OUR VALUES THAT UNDERLIE OUR BELIEFS, GUIDE WHAT WE DO AND HOW WE DO IT

Empowerment: We believe that empowered women and girls can make a positive difference, not only to their own lives, but also those of the wider community.
Passion: We express our passion for the rights of women and girls through our communications and activities.
Innovation: We work in innovative ways to create and generate effective action.
Respect and equality: We respect the right to hold and express different viewpoints, embracing the belief that everyone has a valid contribution to make.

HOW WE WORK

We know that to bring about lasting change, we need to work together – make connections, use our influence, use our skills and creativity and raise funds. Once we’ve got a plan of action and something to say, it’s vital to spread the word and inspire others to act. So we focus our work on four key functions:

CONNECTING ADVISING AMPLIFYING FUNDING

We are looking for a highly motivated efficient and strategic leader who can lead The Circle, as we move into the next phase of development and growth. The role requires strategic thinking as well as an ability to drive the operational performance of the Circle. Working with a small team, the role requires a flexible and ‘can do’ attitude.

You will develop strategies to amplify The Circle’s advocacy work, deliver strong and compelling communication and support the projects to deliver sustainable positive change to the lives of women and girls. This role will work closely with The Board, Circle leads, ambassadors and the team. You will have experience in leading small and agile organisations, a thorough understanding of the women’s rights agenda and a strong track record of developing impactful partnerships. You will be able to demonstrate excellent understanding of the power of advocacy, communication and campaigns as well as an appreciation of effective programme interventions.

IN THIS ROLE, YOU WILL:

• Lead the development of the strategy to ensure effective delivery of the mission and vision of the Circle
• Identify and secure funding to support the delivery of the strategic plan and maximise income.
• Develop and implement an annual plan which enables the delivery of the strategic objectives
• Ensure that rigorous and effective processes are in place to meet and monitor strategic objectives and provide regular reports to Board on the progress of strategic plans.
• Provide outstanding leadership and people management to The Circle’s staff, consultants and volunteers.
• Manage The Circle’s Ambassador Programme
• Promote The Circle and its work with key stakeholders and develop and maintain effective networks to ensure the furtherance of its aims.
• Expand and promote the profile, role and impact of The Circle.
• Ensure there is an effective marketing and communications strategy to cover all media channels to develop awareness, profile and reputation of The Circle. 
• Proactively build the Circle brand in the UK and globally
• Report to the Board and work closely with the Chair.

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU:

• A minimum of 10 years’ experience in a senior role working within the field of women’s rights, with proven record of delivering results.
• Strong track record of fundraising and developing and managing strategic partnerships.
• Strong analytical skills with proven experience of vision setting and strategy development
• Very strong written and verbal communications skills
• Experience of managing projects and organizing large public events
• Experience in working with prominent individuals and leaders.
• Ability to build and harness partnerships with influential stakeholders and establishing and maintaining strong networks.
• Excellent organizational and prioritization skills with strong attention to detail
• Able to work under pressure and with tight deadlines
• Strong sense of teamwork and collaboration, with a willingness to get stuck in and a positive and proactive approach to tasks

IN RETURN, WE OFFER:

• A fantastic opportunity to make an impact in the world.
• Working with a highly-visible, mission-driven organization in a supportive work environment.
• Competitive salary and flexible working (the post is home-based, preferably in London or the surrounding counties)
•  The post is offered on a fixed term 12 month contract which may be extended depending on resources

TO APPLY

 Use the Apply Button below and send your C.V. and a covering letter outlining your suitability and motivation for the role.  Applications close on 31st January 2020.

Red Rose Recovery is exclusively recruiting for a strong dynamic leader to drive forward and create a culture to support the ethos of the organisation and provide value based, clear and mission-driven strategic leadership to both Red Rose Recovery (RRR) and the Lancashire User Forum (LUF). 

You will have responsibility for the organisation as a whole, including all income and expenditure, financial related matters, risk, governance and performance ensuring the organisation meets all its legal and regulatory requirements.You will ensure financial sustainability and growth and be responsible for the delivery of the strategic plan.You will lead an organisation where teamwork is essential but where individual skills and co-production leadership equally need fostering. You’ll act an ambassador for the organisation and inspire the organisation and drive progress with the same determination and compassion demonstrated in our operational delivery.

OUR VALUES

• Hope- inspiring people to believe that sustainable recovery is possible for everyone.
• Commitment - working passionately to improve the lives of those in recovery.
• Respect - judging and valuing people for who they are and where they are going, not what they have been.
• Community - connecting people together, make recover a reality for the whole community.
• Transformation - changes the lives of those in recovery. 
• Legacy – building sustainable recovery for service users, families and communities.

YOU WILL LOVE THIS JOB IF

• You are strongly committed to the aims and ethos of RRR and the LUF and have a desire to bring about positive change in the lives of people in recovery.
• You have proven success in working closely with ambitious Management Teams and/or Boards.
• You are fun, warm, approachable, energetic, confident, outgoing, creative, empathetic, determined, ambitious, flexible, resilient, discreet, organised and professional.
• You are confident in presenting to large groups and contributing influentially in meetings.
• You have the capacity to be flexible and innovative in the changing circumstances of a small but wide-reaching charity.

YOU’LL BE DOING

• Working strategically with the Board of Trustees to deliver our ambitious strategy, identifying opportunities for further growth.
• Ensuring all staff understand and embody the organisation’s mission, strategy, culture and values, so that everyone is supported and equipped to perform to the highest level and meet the fullness of their potential.
• Managing the organisation as a whole, including all income and expenditure and financial related matters, risk, governance and performance ensuring the organisation meets all its legal and regulatory requirements.
• Providing line management to the Senior Leadership Team and ensure it is a well-run organisation where colleagues feel valued and able to work effectively. 
• Ensuring there are clear lines of accountability and responsibility across the team which foster and maintain effective working relationships for the organisation.
• Maintaining and strengthening relationships with internal and external stakeholders, partners, potential funders, corporate partners and agencies.
• Leading internal communications strategy to ensure that RRR’s values are lived day-to- day, and potential for sharing and learning is maximised across the organisation. 
• Acting as an ambassador for RRR, networking widely to build new and existing strategic relationships. 
• Ensuring the organisation fulfils its legal, statutory and regulatory responsibilities and maintain a proactive relationship with the Chair and Trustee Board, supporting them to fulfil their duties and legal and other responsibilities for the proper governance of RRR and the LUF.
• Ensuring full and accurate reporting including the preparation of an annual report and financial accounts, making returns to Charities Commission and reporting back at the AGM.

YOU’LL HAVE 

• Degree level qualification or equivalent experience gained in a professional environment.
• Experience of working at operational & strategic levels and driving success across organisations and partnerships.
• Excellent leadership skills, line management experience, and the ability to enthuse, motivate and develop teams to deliver results.
• Experience in dealing with multiple tasks, sensitivities and challenges at the same time.
• A track record of driving quality and innovation and encouraging enterprise in others. 
• Excellent all-round communication skills and relationship management abilities.
• Knowledge and ability to run an organisation that is compliant with all regulatory and statutory obligations, and which is financially stable.
• Proven track record of securing new business in a tough financial climate.
• Willingness to travel locally across the Lancashire and North West region and nationally as required.

Job Title:  Chief Executive Officer

Salary:  Circa £42,000

Hours of work:  Full Time/Permanent

Location:  Sale, Trafford, Greater Manchester

We are working in partnership with Trafford Carers Centre, a charity which supports an estimated 24,000 unpaid carers looking after someone who lives in the Trafford area.  The Centre supports both young and adult carers to recognise their own needs, have their voices heard, help with their physical and mental wellbeing and ensure they are fully understood, valued and supported in their caring role.

The charity is now seeking to appoint a Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to provide dynamic and inspirational leadership to the organisation and to assist the Board of Trustees in fulfilling its responsibilities in the governance and strategy of the Charity.  The CEO will drive the continued development of diversified income sources and maximise unrestricted income. 

The successful candidate will need to demonstrate:

• Three years’ senior experience in a people focused/social/health care charity
• Proven ability to motivate, develop, delegate and lead a team
• Demonstrable track record in fundraising in a competitive environment
• Proven experience of overseeing successful tenders and fundraising bids
• Ability to establish good working partnerships with Trustees, staff, volunteers, external agencies and funders
• Experience of business and financial management
• Demonstrable success of attracting and developing new business opportunities
• Understanding and knowledge of the legal duties of charities and the Care Act.

The post holder will have strong negotiation skills and excellent communication skills and have the ability to make confident decisions and manage change.You will be a forward thinking, committed and passionate individual who is able to work with a range of internal and external individuals and have a true belief in the ethos of the charity and the services they offer.

To apply for this role, please e-mail your CV and Supporting Statement to Jenny Warner, Managing Director, Charisma Charity Recruitment, quoting our reference JO1733.

Closing date for applications: 16 February 2020

Interview date: week commencing 2 or 9 March 2019

With over 30million workers in the UK, speaking up or raising a concern in the workplace is crucially important to stop harm; to individuals, to organisations and to whole sectors. Whistleblowing ultimately protects customers, staff, beneficiaries, and the organisation itself by identifying harm before its too late. 

Protect are the leading experts in whistleblowing. We aim to stop harm by encouraging safe whistleblowing We have advised around 40,000 people on our free, confidential advice line, trained thousands of managers, senior managers and board members and currently support hundreds of organisations to strengthen their internal whistleblowing or ‘speak up’ arrangements. We also campaign for better public policy and legal protection.

Chief Executive Officer

Protect, the whistleblowing charity

Competitive

London

We are looking for a CEO to lead Protect in supporting whistleblowers and promoting whistleblowing. Our new CEO will ensure we encourage a culture of ‘Speak Up, Stop Harm’, that we provide the best possible support to innocent people at risk and that Protect is known for its impact. Building on our solid reputation, the CEO will act as ambassador for Protect, building impactful relationships with senior stakeholders and the media to promote our proactive approach to preventing harm. They will lobby government at national and international levels for improvements in legislation affecting public interest disclosures. They will develop new partnerships across all sectors to support employers to make UK workplaces safe. The CEO will ensure our funding continues to grow and will also inspire and support our staff team to develop their best potential.

We are looking for an inspiring leader with experience at CEO or Director level, demonstrably capable of influencing a variety of stakeholders, including the media, to challenge perceptions and secure cultural change. You will have a proven ability to build strong business development partnerships to allow us to maximise our reach, and a track record of growing and developing an organisation. You will possess strong leadership skills and be adept at guiding, coaching and supporting others at all levels to realise their potential. Crucially you will be passionate about our work and the impact we have on preventing harm.

Protect offers flexible working and is happy to consider applications based on working four days a week. This role could also be delivered as part of a job share so long as both parties have the required experience needed.

For further information about the role, please download the appointment brief . If you would like to have an informal discussion about this role, please contact Anna Gardet or Roberta Giubilini with a copy of your CV.

Closing date: Monday 3rd February 2020

Initial interviews with Prospectus: 13th- 17th February 2020

Site visits at Protect’s offices: 3rd March 2020

Panel interviews: 11th March 2020

Protect is committed to achieve greater diversity in its executive team/board, and welcome applications regard

London Metropolitan University Students' Union (LMSU) is looking for a highly motivated individual to take up a new role of Head of Membership (Deputy Chief Executive). 

We are currently undergoing a period of significant change and development here at LMSU that has included re-founding the organisation, making changes to the way we are governed and working towards developing a new Strategic plan that maps out our future ambitions. A major part of this development includes looking at our people, with the next step in this being the introduction of this new and exciting role.

The Head of Membership will be responsible for developing and delivering high quality services and support to our members that postively influences their experience whilst at University. The Head of Membership will lead a team of staff who facilitate the provision of the Students' Union's membership services including advice provision, advocacy, campaigns & representation, democracy & governance, student activities, student media and volunteering.

We are seeking a dynamic, inspirational and collaborative person to help re-shape LMSU and bring about positive change and opportunities for our members. Supporting our on-going growth and development you will play a key role in the Union’s engagement with its members.

Ideally, you will have leadership experience in a member-focused role combined with demonstrable experience of managing change and service development, whilst managing a variety of competing priorities and stakeholder perspectives.

The Role

Key Areas:

• Lead, manage and develop the Membership Serivces functions including strategic planning and operational delivery.
• Act as a Senior Manager (Deputy Chief Executive) helping manage the human, financial and physical assets as well as supporting the financial sustainability and statutory compliance of the Students' Union.
• Support Elected Officers and Student Representatives through provision of advice, guidance, support and training.
• Line management responsibility for all staff working within the Membership Services including casual/ student staff.

Main Duties & Responsibilities:

• Strategic Management & Leadership
• Service Development & Delivery
• Financial & Operational Management
• Staff Management

To apply please complete an application form and submit it to LMSU via email.

Please note CV’s will only be accepted when submitted alongside a fully completed application form.

Candidates will be shortlisted for interview based on how closely they demonstrate a match to the criteria outlined in the job purpose and person specification.

For an informal conversation regarding this role or if you have any additional questions please contact Graeme Hope, Chief Executive at LMSU.

The Fragile X Society is seeking an enthusiastic Managing Director who will oversee fundraising efforts, manage our staff and office, and support communications. We are a small, friendly charity, with a lot of support from our volunteers and the wider Fragile X community.

Summary: 

Fragile X is a family of inherited genetic conditions, including Fragile X Syndrome: the most common inherited cause of learning disability. The Fragile X Society was formed in 1990 by families whose children had just been diagnosed with Fragile X Syndrome. The charity has now grown to consist of a team of dedicated employees and volunteers, supporting thousands of individuals and families.

Our vision is a world where people living with Fragile X are: 

• Valued, included and have their individual needs met - and that Fragile X is recognised and understood by professionals and the public.
• Not alone - that they have access to an active community of people who understand.
• Empowered - through evidence-based knowledge about Fragile X.

Due to services’ and society's attitudes, a lack of awareness, and features caused by the condition, people living with Fragile X and their families face wide-ranging challenges. Families regularly tell us that generic support services do not understand their needs adequately, or that they feel lost in broader organisations relating to autism or learning disability. We are working to change this. 

Our aims are:

• To provide information and practical guidance to support and empower individuals and families living with Fragile X Syndrome and Fragile X-associated conditions
• To educate and inform the public and professionals about Fragile X in order to raise awareness and understanding of the syndrome and improve support for all individuals affected by Fragile X
• To encourage research into all aspects of Fragile X through the participation of our family members in Fragile X studies and to publicise the results.
• To raise funds to carry out our work

The new Managing Director will work to deliver the strategy as set by the Board; oversee all staff, including those who support families and those affected by Fragile X; and manage the office.

The role includes developing and managing our fundraising strategy; oversight of annual accounts and working with the Treasurer and Board in setting budgets; and supporting our Administrative and Communications Coordinator and the Board communications sub-committee in regard to internal and external communications.

Further details on the work of the Fragile X Society can be found on our website.

Job Details

Please see full job description attached. 

• Job Title:                Managing Director, The Fragile X Society
• Responsible to:     Board of Directors, Fragile X Society
• Salary:                    £35,000 - 40,000, commensurate with experience
• Tenure:                  Full time, job-share will be considered
• Hours:                    37 hours per week
• Location:            Great Dunmow, Essex

Schedule of Appointment:

• Closing Date:         Friday, 14 February 2020, 5pm
• Interviews:          10 March 2020 in Great Dunmow, venue to be confirmed.
• Starting Date:         The successful applicant to begin work as soon as feasible thereafter, with an initial probation period of 6 months before the role becomes permanent.

To Apply

Please send applications in the form of covering letter, CV and names/contact details of three references to: Dr Kirsten Johnson (Chair, Board of Directors)

I am currently looking for an outstanding EA to provide a high quality, comprehensive and efficient executive assistant and secretariat support service to the Chief Executive (CE), and Chair of Trustees for a well-established youth charity.

Main duties:
To supervise the Leadership Support Team consisting of three PAs; and to line manage an Admin Assistant
To sustain a professional central point of contact for the CE, and Chair both internally and externally, acting as key link and gatekeeper.
To act on behalf of the CE, and Chair, making decisions and delegating tasks within agreed parameters. To manage the diaries of the CE, and Chair, including managing their travel and accommodation requirements.
To coordinate work, systems, policy and procedural requirements and records for the CE, and Chair.
To draft and prepare correspondence on behalf of the CE, and Chair.
To liaise with the Directors and their PAs to ensure information is shared, and tasks are actioned.
To support the CE, and Chair in their roles through extensive communication with key stakeholders and lead volunteers
To ensure that the CE, and Chair are briefed in advance for events, speeches and presentations and have all necessary materials and information for meetings
To support the CE, and Chair to recruit and induct new senior staff and volunteers as required.
To be responsible for the CE, and Chair budget spend. Providing regular updates on available budget to ensure CE is within spend.
To ensure credit card, invoices and expenses are processed, including recording expenditure and reconciliation with the Finance Department.
To provide daily operational support and guidance to staff working directly with volunteers and the senior management team.

If you have the above skills and experience, please apply online or contact Sekai today!

Executive Assistant to the CEO, full-time, salary range  £26,253-£28,908

Praxis Community Projects is a dynamic, award-winning human rights charity supporting migrants in crisis or at- risk, ensuring that their essential human needs are met and that they are able to overcome the barriers they face.  We build community, challenge exclusion and discrimination, influence policy, improve services and inspire solidarity with migrants. This is an exciting time to join the charity which played a significant role in uncovering the Windrush scandal and securing policy change for thousands of people who had been denied their rights.

We are recruiting an Executive Assistant to the CEO. The post holder will play a key role in developing and supporting our charity and strengthening our resource management, administration and governance, providing high quality administrative and governance support to the CEO, trustees and Senior Management Team. This will include the organisation and servicing of trustee and management meetings ensuring effective administration, record keeping and communications.  The role requires flexibility, initiative and discretion. You will need to be highly organised and proactive, with strong administrative and communication skills.

Location: London, Bethnal Green, three minutes from underground (central line), close to overground and excellent bus links.

Al-Khair Foundation is a UK registered charity working to deliver humanitarian and development projects worldwide. Founded in 2003, Al-Khair provides emergency aid, medical care, education and livelihood support to vulnerable communities in the UK, Africa, Asia and the Middle East, and is committed to supporting these groups to become sustainable active citizens in their society. Al-Khair Foundation is a key development partner of choice for Governments, NGOs, donors and civil society in their respective countries.

The CEO’s office works in close cooperation with other Divisions of the organisation, enabling Al-Khair to fulfil its governance and statutory responsibilities and achieve its agreed strategic aims and objectives to ensure the establishment and smooth running of the entire organisation.

The Executive Assistant to the CEO provides a comprehensive organisational, administrative and programme support service to the CEO by proactively overseeing the CEO’s workload and completing tasks as directed by the CEO.

The key responsibilities of this role are to provide support to the CEO in delivering Al-Khair’s overall strategic objectives and to provide administrative services including diary management, booking meetings, planning events, organising travel and preparing travel itineraries and prioritising emails for the CEO.

Working closely with the Senior Leadership Team through regular correspondence, the post-holder will be required to arrange meetings and prepare briefing materials for the CEO; provide coordination on departmental reports and documentation for the Board of Trustees meetings and other meetings with outside partners; coordinate, attend and take minutes for the CEO’s meetings and any other relevant meetings; conduct research/analysis as directed by the CEO; provide administrative support in the delivery of assignments and initiatives on behalf of the CEO’s office, including the production of reports, follow-up on meeting action points and completion of work plans, and implementation of organisational projects and programmes; provide hospitality support to the CEO’s office and Board of Trustees and represent the CEO and the organisation at external events and meetings as required.

For this role, you will need to be educated to degree level or an equivalent qualification. You will have experience of providing secretarial and administrative support for Senior Executives, working within the UK charity sector, along with demonstrable knowledge of key issues in international development.

Candidates interest in the advertised role are required to submit a copy of their CV along with a Covering Letter outlining their suitability for the role via the Apply button.

Closing date: Midnight on Friday 7th February 2020.

Due to the expected high response to this vacancy, we reserve the right to close this campaign once we have a suitable pool of applicants.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, faith or disability. Only candidates with the right to work in the UK will be considered. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Are you passionate about empowering disabled children and young people to reach their potential?

Are you a strong administrator, with outstanding planning, diary management, research and writing skills?

Do you want to develop your research, policy and public affairs skills to help the charity reach more families?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join KIDS and support our CEO, executive leadership team and Board.

Executive Assistant to the CEO
Location: Islington
Department: Chief Executive Office
Salary Details: £27, 085- £29,291 FTE per annum
*The hours for this role are between 25-36 hours per week and flexible working opportunities are available**

About KIDS

KIDS is a national charity which has been supporting disabled children, young people and their families since 1970.

We work with children, irrespective of their disability or impairment, from birth through to 25 years. Each year we support over 15,000 disabled children, offer over 120 different services and work with about 80 Local Authorities across England.

We are passionate, caring and trusted and our vision is a world in which all disabled children and young people realise their aspirations. We offer support and practical help for families, every step of the way.

About the Role

The Executive Assistant will provide confidential administrative and research support to the Chief Executive, including diary management and travel, organise Board meetings, prepare papers and produce minutes. You will research and write briefings to support the charity’s national policy influencing and produce media updates.

About You

You have at least two years’ experience of relevant administrative responsibilities, in similarly busy and varied roles, ideally including support for senior teams. Your strong interpersonal skills mean you can build excellent relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including staff, board members, policy makers, partners and funders. You have strong IT skills, including proficiency in MS Word, EXCEL and PowerPoint, are digitally confident and familiar with social media. Your excellent research and writing skills enable you to draft a wide range of outputs, including emails, agendas, meeting notes, briefings and reports, appropriately tailored to each audience. You have a very high level of accuracy and attention to detail and are able to maintain discretion at all times. You have a flair for policy and public affairs and are keen to develop these skills and bring KIDS’ frontline work to wider audiences.

Advertising End Date: 27 Jan 2020
Please note - interviews for this role will be held on 6th February

To Apply and for More Information:

If you would like to apply and find out more about this position, please click the apply button to be directed to our website where you can download the job desription and complete the application process.

KIDS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All children and young people we work with must, at all times, feel safe. KIDS practices safer recruitment. For certain roles successful applicants will be required to carry out a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

KIDS is a disability Confident Committed Employer and an equal opportunities employer. We actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community. 

No agencies please.

Executive Assistant 

Full time: 35 hours

The Prince's Trust is a youth charity whose mission is to help young people transform their lives by developing the confidence and skills, to live, learn and earn. This year we will support more than 70,000 young people through a range of proven programmes, with three in four achieving a positive outcome.

We have a bold ambition to extend the reach and impact of our work and help one million more young people transform their lives over the next ten years.  Our job is to inspire them, support them and release their potential, so that they can thrive and society can prosper.  We will focus on innovation, to ensure we adapt and remain relevant in a rapidly changing world.  We owe it to ourselves and the young people we serve, to do the best work of our lives and to help give them an increasing stake in our economy and society. They are the key to a positive and prosperous future for all of us.

This position is part of the Operations Support Team, which undertakes a variety of administration and facilities tasks across all locations in the South of England Region.

The Executive Assistant will provide excellent support services to our leadership team, ensuring that the Director and Senior Leadership Team receive effective and efficient administrative support and the Operations Support Manager is supported in identifying and implementing improvements across the region. There will be some requirement to travel with occasional overnight stays.

Responsibilities will include, extensive diary management and travel planning for the Director, preparation of briefings, papers, presentations, provision of meeting support and coordination of regional projects and events.

The successful candidate must have excellent communication, planning and organisational skills and the ability to work confidentially and accurately across all levels, with good attention to detail under pressure.

Experience of working in an office environment in a varied and high-pressured administrative role with Microsoft Office packages is essential.

To learn more about the role please visit our website. 

The Prince’s Trust is committed to safeguarding, protecting and promoting the welfare of the children and young people we work with. Successful applicants to roles at The Prince’s Trust will be subject to satisfactory DBS checks, and where necessary for the role, a check at an enhanced level will be required.

To apply for this vacancy please complete the online application that you will find on our website.  To help you with the supporting statement section, you may want to visit our website to download a copy of the Prince’s Trust Behavioural Framework.

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